
PHI: Is PLDT Inc. Halal?
PLDT Inc.
$18.07
+0.72%
Market Cap: 3.9B
Compliance Status
Not Halal
Screened on Jul 20, 2026 · AAOIFI Standard 21
Non-Compliant
Is PLDT Inc. (PHI) halal? Not Halal. Based on AAOIFI screening, PLDT Inc. passes the business activity screen but fails financial ratio screens with a compliance score of 0/100 (Grade: F).
Business activity
What the company sells is permissible.
Company debt
Over the limitHow much the company borrows, compared to its total value. AAOIFI allows up to 30%.
What this means for you
Most scholars advise not holding PHI
It does not pass AAOIFI Shariah screening.
See halal alternatives from the same sector further down this page
About PLDT Inc.
PLDT Inc., a major provider of telecommunications and digital services across the Philippines, is headquartered in Makati City. The company organizes its extensive operations into three main divisions: Wireless, Fixed Line, and Other services. Under its Wireless segment, PLDT delivers mobile communication services, high-speed internet, and related support, including satellite-based information and messaging. It also retails Wi-Fi access devices, mobile phones, tablets, data routers, and various accessories. The Fixed Line division offers traditional fixed-line telecommunications, alongside comprehensive business infrastructure and solutions. This includes advanced data processing and analytics, IT infrastructure for internet-based services, e-commerce, customer relationship management (CRM), and other IT-related offerings. The company's diverse activities also encompass managed IT outsourcing, internet-based procurement, IT consulting, professional services, bills printing, and even air transportation services. It further distributes Filipino content and channels, manages full-service customer loyalty programs, and provides domestic leased lines and alternative messaging platforms, including over-the-top (OTT) services and social media applications. As of December 31, 2021, PLDT boasted a significant customer base, with over 71.2 million mobile broadband subscribers, approximately 3.6 million fixed-line subscribers, and 2.8 million fixed broadband subscribers. Established in 1928 as Philippine Long Distance Telephone Company, the company officially adopted its current name, PLDT Inc., in July 2016.
Sector: Communication Services · Industry: Telecommunications Services
Shariah Compliance Status
Compliance History
Not Halalnow
since Jun 2026
Halal
until the change above
Not Halal
until the change above
Tracked since May 2026. Updates automatically on each re-screen.
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Screened according to AAOIFI Standard No. 21 · For informational purposes only. Consult a qualified Islamic finance advisor before investing.
Disclaimer: This screening is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, or religious advice. Compliance is evaluated using AAOIFI financial standards (debt, deposits, and prohibited income ratios) and publicly available data. Ethical, political, social, or environmental considerations are outside the scope of this screening. Individual scholars and methodologies may differ. Always consult a qualified Islamic finance advisor before making investment decisions.




